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Tuesday, December 7, 2010

TIPsy Tuesday - Glossy Custom Chipboard

I love undressed or raw chipboard because it is sooo very versatile. Typically, I paint it. Sometimes I stamp it or even leave it undressed. When I paint my chipboard, I may add some distressing via ink or more paint. Another great finish is to give it a glossy look with embossing powder.

To get these glossy letters:

Paint the chipboard with acrylic paint. One coat will usually do it. You can also color with ink - pigment inks like Stampin' Up! Craft work best.

After it is completely dry, press each letter into a Versamark pad.

Coat with clear embossing powder heat. You'll get a nice glossy finish to the letters.

I keep an older Versamark pad for this purpose in case a little paint rubs off. Another option for gloss is either Glossy Accents by Ranger or Stampin' Up!'s Crystal Effects. I prefer the embossing because your letters are dry and ready to use. No waiting.

The rest of the layout above will be in tomorrow's post. I haven't been able to get a good photo of the entire layout in daylight. Tis the season to be busy, busy...

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